Frank Thomas Helmet/Hat Size

[Brandon's Bats]

Does anyone know what hat/helmet size Frank Thomas wore throughout his career? I have seen a GU hat sold on auction through Lelands at size 7, but I'm not sure who authenticated it. I have a GU Rawlings Batting Helmet size 7 1/8 authenticated by John Taube (GU) and PSA/DNA (Auto).

I took a gamble and bought what looks to be a legit Thomas signed GU ABC Batting Helmet size 7 1/4 that looks very legit to me, but I am hoping some Thomas collectors could provide some insight. Was there a difference in measurements between Rawlings and ABC? Did players helmet size ever fluctuate, and if so is this something seen with Frank Thomas?

Thanks in advance!

[danesei@yahoo.com]

I have a size 7-1/8 hat from late-1993. As for the other questions:

Differences in sizing between manufacturers - Possibly.
Hat/Helmet sizes changing over time for players - Sometimes.

[Brandon's Bats]

I have a size 7-1/8 hat from late-1993. As for the other questions:

Differences in sizing between manufacturers - Possibly.
Hat/Helmet sizes changing over time for players - Sometimes.

I appreciate your input. Thank you for taking the time to respond. Hope to hear from others as well.

[spartakid]

You should reach out to Wade, I know he has an extensive Big Hurt collection. Search some past threads on Frank Thomas for his contact info. Ricardo

[Brandon's Bats]

You should reach out to Wade, I know he has an extensive Big Hurt collection. Search some past threads on Frank Thomas for his contact info. Ricardo

Thank you very much! I have searched the forum prior to my thread, but only found the Lealand's hat, and info about Bonds helmet size changes (pre and post PED use). I have a large collection of Thomas bats, both GU, game ready and game model, but only decided to expand to helmets. Again, thanks for providing some guidance.

[WadeInBmore]

If it was the Thomas helmet on eBay I thinknyou got an issued helmet made up with new numbers to look like a Thomas. I couldn't find a number style match. The seller was very cool and open about talking about the item, but with no real provenance trail and the questionable number styling I stayed away. If you can find pics to style match those solid white numbers you got a good deal...however it wasn't something I was comfortable as claiming to be used by frank.

I have three GU helmets of his and I hadnt gotten to the size comparison since I couldn't style match. I will check and let you know for sure in the next couple of days.

A legit black white sox helmet is on my whale list. I have just about everything else imaginable lol. Still need one for my collection. 😉

If your helmet wasn't the one on eBay where did you acquire it and please post pics!!!! Would love to see a nice Sox helmet!!!